Sherman added that the contenders interested in signing Castillo have a sense of urgency to get him under contract before the end of the month to be eligible for the post-season. Plus, having him signed next week would give him a couple of weeks before the minor league season ends.

According to Joel Sherman, non-contenders are in the mix for Rusney Castillo as well due to the fact draft pick compensation is not tied to him. Sherman indicated the Yankees, Tigers and Red Sox are considered “major players” for Castillo.

The Cubs are believed to be intrigued about Rusney Castillo’s upside and he is within the age range of players that would fit within the front office’s long-term plan. Castillo is 27 years old and is believed to be looking for at least a contract similar to the one Yasiel Puig signed with the Dodgers (seven years, $42 million).